About Us

Del & Gwen
Groen have been married
for over 40 years. They met in college and have raised four children who have
given them nine grandchildren. Family is very important to the Groens.

Gwen is a retired
nurse who enjoys her time being a Grammie, reading, doing interior decorating,
practicing hospitality, traveling, and keeping up with family and friends
online.

Del has retired
from his career as an educator and businessman. He enjoys being a Grandpa,
reading, hiking and outdoor life, travelling and serving. Del is also the
resident handyman, doing property and vehicle maintenance and upgrades. He is
becoming a hobby photographer.

Del and Gwen love
to travel and recently went to Germany to visit their son, a Captain in the
Marine Corps, and his family. While oversees they spent nine weeks touring 17
countries in Europe, Asia and Africa.

The Valley
Haven Lodge reflects the
personality, character, interests and skills of Del and Gwen Groen. They
receive great joy when guests enjoy the fruit of their labors.If you need to enjoy a peaceful respite from the
frazzled pace of life, let Del & Gwen share their Haven with you.